CAPABLE Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

capable

adjective

ˈkā-pə-bəl

Definition of capable

as in suitable

having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance a capable and efficient editor

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Recent Examples of capable Poor Stuart’s capable and patient efforts come to nothing, because Hal is in a snit and seems to be suffering an acute case of sunk cost fallacy-itis. — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2026 The tongue in the back of the whale’s throat was also a physical build, capable of moving up and down. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Oct. 2026 What's important here is that not only is the RTX Spark GPU capable of running this game without AI acceleration, but even a small amount of DLSS processing would send it over that 60fps hump. — Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2026 The front floating console houses dual 50-watt wireless smartphone charging pads alongside a refrigerator and cooker capable of chilling drinks or warming food. — New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for capable

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Adjective

The aircraft will declare an emergency with air traffic control, then autonomously fly to the nearest suitable airport, communicate with air traffic control, and safely land, bringing the plane to a full stop and shutting down the engine.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026
Sydney Sweeney delivered a suitable transitional look for a warmer-than-usual autumn that New Yorkers are experiencing.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of suitable

Adjective

Rubel said because the families are already qualified to have these services provided by a third party, the program should theoretically not cost the state much additional money.

— Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2026
Growers qualified under requirements covering soil health, water use, synthetic inputs, water quality and biodiversity.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of qualified

Adjective

But can a single supplier, no matter how competent and experienced, possibly be relied upon to deliver such a critical part of both forces’ future warfighting capacity?

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 18 Oct. 2026
Others discussed overcoming the initial awkwardness of the work and finding satisfaction in helping doctors become more competent and compassionate.

— Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of competent

Adjective

Billy, now inhabiting the body of and living as William, was then able to use his powers to help Tommy’s soul find a new body to inhabit.

— Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
The show’s creative team was able to concentrate on making the series itself rather than second-guessing every decision to appeal to the international market.

— Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026

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